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Fractal Analytics - One World Trade Center New York

Fractal Analytics Inc. recently embarked on the creation of their world headquarters at the renowned address of 'One World Trade Center' in New York City. Contextus has been assigned to provide design and project management services for this project.

The project entails a pre-built environment by The Durst Organization which required a personalized design to reflect Fractal as a premier entity. Contextus carefully designed an integrated, media in conjunction with A/V consultants (Union Design/WarrenZ/Presentation Productions) to create a seamless design with the general office occupancy. Fractal's recent branding restructuring was integrated into the design via brand colors and graphics. There is a clear line of material separation between the "Experience Center" (used to display Fractal's capabilities) and the open office area. In addition, the design allows for additional breakout areas (flex space) apart from enclosed conference rooms. The project maximizes use in terms of a transient work force and the ability to accommodate future expansion for Fractal employees.

Gleeds New York

Gleeds New York, a leading global property and construction consultancy, recently embarked on maximizing user needs and a modernization of their downtown New York CIty office space. The work entails additional conference rooms, phone booth and adding finishes to enhance the overall experience.

393 Sterling Brooklyn

A renovation to a 1910 Brownstone in the Prospect Heights section of Brooklyn, NY. The project was a complete interior renovation with careful consideration to re-purpose historical details. It included new layouts for the living, dining, kitchen, bathrooms, artist studio, laundry room and bedrooms. The project retained and restored existing millwork. The overall project is a mix of modernism and traditional.

Cumin Restaurant Cincinnati

Cumin is an Indian Fusion restaurant whos concept is to create a twist on what is considered traditional Indian food and fuse it with other cuisines. This food concept inspired the design of the restaurant. Cumin diverts itself from the typical Indian restaurant archetype and introduces a twenty first century take on what an Indian restaurant should look and feel like.

The major attraction of the restaurant is the slat wall which divides the fine dining area from the bar/cafe area. The concept is derived from "Jalis" or screens. The slat wall acts as a filter between the two distict spaces. The dining side having a refined, clean feel and the bar/cafe having a fun feel.

150 Sterling Brooklyn

A renovation to a 1912 Brownstone in the Park Slope section of Brooklyn, NY. The residents included a writer with an extensive collection of books and a Lawyer who work from home on a regular basis. The design incorporates many of the original details and integrated clean lined modern elements. As avid entertainers the space needed to allow for large gatherings. This was solved through the use of large sliding doors which allowed "spill over" into circulation areas and an open plan concept.

429 Monmouth Jersey City

A complete gut renovation to Pre-Civil war house in Jersey City, NJ. This three story home met its size constraint challenge by utilizing open floor plans and minimizing circulation spaces.The exterior is clad with black stained cedar panels and the interiors are finished with a clean modern look. The home boasts energy efficient HVAC, hot water heating and LED lighting throughout.

11 East 86th Street New York

A selective renovation to a 1950's co-op apartment at the Upper East Side of New York City. This kitchen replaced an existing, enclosed kitchen. The new design allows for visual interaction between the kitchen and existing family room.

205 Highland, New Jersey

A selective renovation to the famed Structural Engineer, August Komendant's, former residence. Mr. Komendant was the Architect Louis Kahn's go to Structural Engineer for many of his iconic buildings. This renovation entailed a thorough study of this mid century modern home which utilized a 12'x12' grid. The additions to the living and master bedroom utilized this grid system in an effort to maintain the home's design intent. This project included renovations to all bathrooms, kitchen with custom millwork, living room, dining room, bedrooms and finished basement with office, exercise space, family room and guest room.

Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn

This co-op apartment is located in the Prospect Heights section of Brooklyn, NY. The project was a complete renovation to a one bedroom apartment. The main hub of the apartment is the kitchen which doubles as a home office. The kitchen peninsula works for food prep, dining table and conference table. The balance of the project included renovations to the living room, bathroom, bicycle storage closet and bedroom. The apartment employs home smart systems to control the HVAC and lighting.

213 Eastern Parkway Brooklyn

This co-op apartment is located in the Prospect Heights section of Brooklyn, NY. The project entailed a complete renovation of the living, dining, bathroom and bedroom. The project utilized alternative materials such as furring strips for the living room ceiling, sealed wonder-board at the kitchen, homasote for pin up areas and parged interior surfaces.

Ripple, Brooklyn

A complete gut renovation to a Brooklyn retail space which required the removal of 50 years worth of construction layers. The space was complimented by exposing the interior shell of the overall space. This project was constructed on a very tight budget.

302 Newark Avenue, Jersey City

An adaptive reuse project which entails a change from a three story, commercial with one family residence above to a commercial and three residential units above.

Pharmacy, Brooklyn

A design for an independent neighborhood pharmacy which features natural remedies. Due to the linear nature of the space, it was important to allow the central area to remain open with clear sight lines to the point of sale and pharmacy at the rear. Displays in the center would feature rotating seasonal items.